Let's get hyped with Queen! From classic hits to recommended rock numbers
When it comes to the most enduringly beloved foreign band in Japan, it has to be Queen.
They enjoyed overwhelming popularity in Japan from their early debut, and even after they disbanded, a greatest hits album became a massive hit in the 2000s thanks in part to being used as TV drama theme songs.
Then in 2018, the biopic Bohemian Rhapsody sparked a phenomenon where Queen’s name once again spread among younger generations.
It all comes down to the irresistible appeal of their music that continues to capture Japanese hearts.
In this article, we’ve researched “hype/rousing tracks” among Queen’s many illustrious classics.
Alongside the standard mega-hits, we’ve also selected a good number of harder, rock-leaning songs!
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Let's get hyped with Queen! From classic hits to recommended rock numbers (1–10)
We Are The ChampionsQueen
An emotional ballad number that’s still often used in Japanese commercials today.
Featured on their sixth album, “News of the World,” the pre-chorus choral work instantly raises the tension.
Beyond the catchy, bittersweet chorus, the contrast with the guitar obbligato in the final section is an overwhelmingly beautiful moment worthy of rock history.
With its message that “every single person in the world is a champion,” it continues to capture listeners’ hearts—a timeless classic that never fades with the changing times.
We Will Rock YouQueen
One of Queen’s signature songs, distinguished by a beat built from stomping and clapping.
Featured as the opening track on their sixth album, News of the World, it was conceived so that the band and audience could participate together during live performances.
The song progresses over a beat they create themselves and swells into a mass sing-along in the chorus, instantly elevating the audience’s energy.
Despite being written by the guitarist, the track features no guitar apart from the solo in the outro, making it a massive hit that also showcases the band’s vocal-centric direction.
Tie Your Mother DownQueen
Featuring an oriental-style guitar orchestration built on a Shepard tone and a commanding shuffle beat, this track boldly opens Queen’s fifth album, A Day at the Races.
The call-and-response between lead vocals and backing vocals is masterfully arranged, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser live.
The ensemble, centered on a low-string riff, further brings out the catchiness of the melody.
Known as one of Queen’s heaviest songs, it’s a number that puts its rock sensibilities front and center.
Let’s get pumped with Queen! From classic hits to recommended rock numbers (11–20)
Bicycle RaceQueen
A pop tune known as one of their signature songs, despite being subject to regulation in various countries due to the provocative nature of its promotional video and cover art.
Featured on their 7th album, Jazz, it was released as a double A-side single with Fat Bottomed Girls.
With its arrangement that modulates repeatedly, complex melodies, and catchy guitar solo, it’s packed with hooks and showcases Queen’s pop sensibilities to the fullest.
It’s a high-energy number that builds excitement with its recurring phrases, and one you’ve likely heard often on TV programs in Japan as well.
Brighton RockQueen
A rock number that opens their third album, Sheer Heart Attack, evoking the feel of progressive rock.
The unique arrangement—switching between a male voice in chest register and a female voice in falsetto to dramatize the lyrics’ storyline—leaves a powerful impression.
In addition, the long, extended guitar solo that takes up more than half the track over rapidly shifting beats proves that Queen was a band brimming with talent beyond just lead vocalist Freddie Mercury.
It’s a song that not only showcases the singing but also thrills with its ensemble, offering a glimpse into Queen’s depth.
Crazy Little Thing Called LoveQueen
A track created as a tribute to Elvis Presley, known by the nickname “The King of Rock ’n’ Roll.” Featured on their eighth album, The Game, it’s a pop tune that opens with brisk acoustic guitar strumming.
The section that runs on just vocals, backing vocals, and handclaps following the guitar solo seems perfect for getting the audience hyped at live shows.
It’s a catchy number with a hint of rockabilly in its melody and guitar phrases, and it was also performed at Live Aid in 1985, the greatest charity concert of the 20th century.
Fat Bottomed GirlsQueen
A rock tune that opens with their trademark, striking choral work, featuring a catchy melody over a simple ensemble that feels great.
Included on their seventh album, Jazz, its lyrics are playfully linked to the double A-side single Bicycle Race.
The chorus is perfect for singing along, and with plenty of spots for handclaps, you can easily imagine a strong sense of unity between the band and the audience.
It’s a number packed with Queen’s appeal, where the contrast between the rock-solid guitar sound and the soulful vocals really lingers in your ears.